Police Constable Earlando Baynes has been arrested and charged with Breach of Trust by a Public Officer following an internal investigation by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) into a significant security breach. The breach, which occurred during a planned operation in November 2024, involved the unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information, compromising the operation’s … Continued
In a historic move, His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce has announced the government’s plan to amend the Immigration and Passport Act to address the administration and management of asylum and refugee cases in the Virgin Islands. This announcement was made during the governor’s Speech from the Throne on Tuesday, January 7, in the House of … Continued
His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce has announced the government’s plans to introduce a modernized Non-Belonger Landholding Licence Policy, aiming to stimulate economic growth while promoting environmental and social responsibility. The announcement came during the Governor’s Speech from the Throne, delivered on Tuesday, January 7, in the House of Assembly. The policy, part of the government’s … Continued
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) netball team has made history by earning a global ranking for the first time. According to the latest World Netball Rankings, the team is now ranked 45th out of 52 teams, with a total of 83 points after competing in 10 international games. Head Coach Mandi Atack, speaking to 284 Media after … Continued
The Cabinet of the Virgin Islands has approved an increase in the procurement threshold for government contracts, a move aimed at expediting smaller projects and streamlining the procurement process. Under the updated policy, the threshold for contracts requiring a public tender process has risen from $100,000 to $250,000. Minister for Communication and Works, Hon. Kye … Continued
Prime Minister Dr. Keith Rowley announced Saturday that Energy Minister Stuart Young will succeed him as Trinidad and Tobago’s next head of government, following a two-day parliamentary retreat in Tobago. Rowley revealed during a news conference at the Magdalena Grand Beach & Golf Resort that Young, who also serves as Minister in the Office of … Continued
The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports of the Virgin Islands has officially commenced the new student registrations for the 2025/2026 academic year. The registration period began on January 2, 2025, and will continue until April 30, 2025. Parents and guardians seeking to enrol students in public or private schools across the Virgin Islands … Continued
The Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sustainable Development, in partnership with the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board and the British Virgin Islands Yachting, Hotel and Tourism Association (BVIYHTA), is set to host the much-anticipated Virgin Islands Tourism Summit 2025. The event will take place on 16-17 January at the Peter Island resort, bringing together key … Continued
Congress formally certified Donald Trump’s presidential election victory Monday, exactly four years after his supporters violently stormed the U.S. Capitol in an attempt to block certification of his defeat. Vice President Kamala Harris, who lost to Trump in the 2024 election, presided over the peaceful ceremony as constitutionally required, receiving a standing ovation from Democrats … Continued
The Virgin Islands Icon Awards has officially opened applications for its highly anticipated Virgin Islands Training Academy, offering life-changing opportunities for young individuals across the territory. This year, the Academy is seeking 50 motivated and energetic participants, ranging from 10th-grade students to college-level individuals, to join its next cohort and gain invaluable experience in event … Continued
